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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VI COS III; Victory
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 172-173 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing right, holding wreath up in right hand and trophy, sloped over left shoulder, in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP VI COS III
Translation:
Imperator Sextum, Consul Tertium.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the sixth time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.72–4.09 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. The image of Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch symbolizes the Roman Empire's military successes and its spread of civilization. The coin's design also highlights the importance of the Roman Empire's military power and its role in shaping the empire's identity.
